I’m a 30-year-old Industrial Designer currently based in Milan. Teamwork has been part of my life since I was five, when I first started playing basketball—an experience that shaped my collaborative and resilient mindset. I’m intuitive, adaptable, and quick to learn. I thrive in multidisciplinary environments, enjoy tackling complex design challenges, and always seek opportunities to grow, both professionally and personally. I’m particularly passionate about the intersection between form and emotion—how objects communicate through materials, proportions, and interaction. Whether developing everyday products or conceptual pieces, I aim to create meaningful experiences that blend functionality with a strong narrative and identity.

Matteo Ercole

I’m a 30-year-old Industrial Designer currently based in Milan. Teamwork has been part of my life since I was five, when I first started playing basketball—an experience that shaped my collaborative and resilient mindset. I’m intuitive, adaptable, and quick to learn. I thrive in multidisciplinary environments, enjoy tackling complex design challenges, and always seek opportunities to grow, both professionally and personally. I’m particularly passionate about the intersection between form and emotion—how objects communicate through materials, proportions, and interaction. Whether developing everyday products or conceptual pieces, I aim to create meaningful experiences that blend functionality with a strong narrative and identity.

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I’m a 30-year-old Industrial Designer currently based in Milan.
Teamwork has been part of my life since I was five, when I first started playing basketball—an experience that shaped my collaborative and resilient mindset.

I’m intuitive, adaptable, and quick to learn. I thrive in multidisciplinary environments, enjoy tackling complex design challenges, and always seek opportunities to grow, both professionally and personally. I’m particularly passionate about the intersection between form and emotion—how objects communicate through materials, proportions, and interaction. Whether developing everyday products or conceptual pieces, I aim to create meaningful experiences that blend functionality with a strong narrative and identity.

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Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Industrial Designer at Studio Marco Bernini
January 1, 2017 - September 10, 2025
Collaborated on design development for projects at Studio Marco Bernini in Turin, focusing on concept ideation, 3D modeling, and prototyping for consumer products.
Designer at Design Gang
January 1, 2018 - September 10, 2025
Contributed to concept development and design research, supporting product ideation and visual identity work in Turin.
Designer at Studio Fabio Novembre
January 1, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Collaborated on design explorations and presentation renderings, contributing to concept development and storytelling through visuals.
Designer at Mr Smith Studio
January 1, 2020 - Present
Joined as a designer; responsibilities include concept design, 3D modeling, rendering, and production support for lamp and furniture pieces, with involvement in ongoing projects and collaborations.
Designer at Mr Smith Studio
January 1, 2021 - September 10, 2025
Concept development and production planning for 'Dream Lamp' (concrete core with illuminated globe), exploring materiality and atmospherics.
Designer at Mr Smith Studio
January 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Led design concept, 3D modeling and production planning for the Delfi bedside table, inspired by supercircle geometry and open-space form.
Designer at Mr Smith Studio
January 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Designed the Flatiron lamp collection, translating Dieter Rams’ philosophy of minimalism into a modular urban lighting system.
Designer at Studio Marco Bernini
December 31, 2017 - September 10, 2025
Designed for Studio Marco Bernini, contributing to product development and design exploration.
Designer at Design Gang
December 31, 2018 - September 10, 2025
Collaborated on design projects and prototypes for Design Gang, supporting multidisciplinary design processes.
Designer at Studio Fabio Novembre
December 31, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Contributed to design projects and multidisciplinary development at Studio Fabio Novembre.
Designer at Mr Smith Studio
January 1, 2020 - Present
Freelance designer contributing to multiple projects; actively involved in concept development and 3D modeling.
Industrial Designer at Mr Smith Studio
June 1, 2020 - Present
Industrial design, product design, graphic design and concept development.
Industrial Designer at AXAO Tech
August 1, 2021 - Present
Industrial design, brand leadership and creative direction, concept development.
Architectural Designer at Arch. Marco Bernini
July 31, 2017 - September 10, 2025
Search for scenario; design of interior decorations; preparation of architectural project plans.
Product Designer at Design Gang Network
August 31, 2018 - September 10, 2025
Search for scenario; product design; concept development.
Interior & Product Designer at Studio Fabio Novembre
October 31, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Interior design; product design; concept development.
Workshop Participant at Bticino KUKA / InResidence
September 30, 2017 - September 10, 2025
InResidence 10: Imaginative Rituals.
Workshop Participant at Politecnico di Torino - Dipartimento di Architettura e Design
March 31, 2016 - September 10, 2025
Dal foglio al book
Workshop Participant at Politecnico di Torino - Dipartimento di Architettura e Design
March 31, 2016 - September 10, 2025
Fabbriche digitali
Workshop Participant at Politecnico di Milano / Braun De’Longhi
February 29, 2020 - September 10, 2025
Future Nomadism and to-go culture: design for wellbeing and positive experiences; Group Work with Braun De’Longhi
Workshop Participant at Mr Smith Studio
June 1, 2020 - Present
Group Work: Industrial design - Product design - Graphic design - Concept development
Workshop Participant at AXAO Tech
August 1, 2021 - Present
Group Work: Industrial design - Brand leading - Creative direction - Concept development
Workshop Participant at Studio Fabio Novembre
October 31, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Group Work: Interior design - Product design - Concept development
Industrial Designer / Product Designer / Graphic Designer at Mr Smith Studio
June 1, 2020 - Present
Provided industrial design, product design, and graphic design support with concept development; collaborated on client briefs, created CAD models, visualizations, and presentation materials.
Industrial Designer at AXAO Tech
August 1, 2021 - Present
Focused on brand leading and creative direction; responsible for concept development and design direction across product lines.
Interior Designer at Arch. Marco Bernini
July 1, 2017 - September 10, 2025
Assisted in interior decorations, researched scenarios, and prepared architectural project plans; gained exposure to design processes and client communication.
Product Designer at Design Gang Network
October 1, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Contributed to product design development, scenario exploration and concept development.
Interior Designer / Product Designer at Studio Fabio Novembre
October 1, 2019 - September 10, 2025
Contributed to interior design, product design, and concept development projects.

Education

Bachelor Degree at Politecnico di Torino
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Master Degree at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor Degree in Design e Comunicazione Visiva at Politecnico di Torino
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Master Degree in Integrated Product Design at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Bachelor's degree Design e Comunicazione Visiva at Politecnico di Torino
October 1, 2014 - December 1, 2017
Master degree Integrated Product Design at Politecnico di Milano
September 1, 2018 - April 1, 2021
High school diploma Liceo Scientifico Tecnologico at I.I.S. G.Vallauri
July 1, 2009 - July 1, 2014
Bachelor's degree in Design e Comunicazione Visiva at Politecnico di Torino
October 1, 2014 - December 1, 2017
Master degree Integrated Product Design at Politecnico di Milano
September 1, 2018 - April 1, 2021
High school diploma Liceo Scientifico Tecnologico at I.I.S. G.Vallauri
July 1, 2009 - July 1, 2014

Qualifications

IELTS Certificate
October 1, 2017 - September 10, 2025
IELTS Certificate
October 1, 2017 - September 10, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Other, Consumer Goods, Education